Asian BMI

Ethnic-specific health metrics

Why It Matters

Asian populations experience health risks at lower BMI levels than other ethnic groups due to differences in body composition.

+3-5% body fat Visceral fat Metabolic risks

Standard BMI

  • Normal: 18.5 - 24.9
  • Overweight: ≥25

Asian BMI

  • Normal: 18.5 - 22.9
  • Overweight: ≥23
  • WHO-adjusted thresholds

Health Implications

Heart Disease

1.5x higher risk at BMI ≥23

Diabetes

2x risk at BMI 23-24.9

Metabolic Issues

40% prevalence at BMI 23+

Frequently Asked

1 Why different BMI for Asians?

Asian bodies typically have higher fat percentage and different fat distribution at the same weight, leading to earlier health risks.

2 When should Asians be concerned?

BMI ≥23 indicates overweight and ≥25 indicates obesity for Asians, unlike the standard ≥25 and ≥30 thresholds.